job summary:
RESOURCE PLANNING ANALYST
Location: Denver, Colorado or Minneapolis, MN
Remote: Partial
Job Type: Contract
Summary
Are you a analytical powerhouse with a passion for the energy sector? This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking team in the Energy industry as a Resource Planning Analyst. You will play a crucial role in shaping the future of energy infrastructure by utilizing advanced modeling techniques to ensure sustainable and cost-effective generation expansion. We are looking for a dedicated professional to help us navigate complex resource portfolios and drive innovation in our planning processes.
Description
In this high-impact contract role, you will be instrumental in executing long-term capacity expansion strategies. By leveraging your expertise in EnCompass, you will transform raw generation bids into actionable insights, directly influencing decisions on new generation plants and energy resource acquisitions. Your contribution will ensure our ability to meet energy demands efficiently while maintaining strict adherence to regulatory resource planning rules. You will be a key driver in optimizing our portfolio, helping the organization achieve significant cost efficiencies and operational excellence through data-driven modeling.
location: Denver, Colorado
job type: Contract
salary: $40.00 - 55.69 per hour
work hours: 8am to 4pm
education: No Degree Required
responsibilities:
Responsibilities
- Support capacity expansion and resource portfolio optimization modeling for active generation RFPs.
- Utilize the Encompass modeling platform to evaluate generation bids and determine optimal resource portfolios.
- Perform modeling for active RFPs and transition into special-use-case modeling for large load customers and future RFP preparation.
- Participate in daily team check-ins to align on modeling strategies and project status.
- Load, validate, and conduct quality checks on large data sets and bid inputs within the Encompass platform.
- Execute capacity expansion scenarios and optimization studies, requiring sustained focus over multi-day modeling tasks.
- Collaborate with existing modelers to support continuous model improvements, data cleanup, and innovation initiatives.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status. At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
qualifications:
Qualifications
Minimum of 3 years of experience with EnCompass modeling platforms.
Proven expertise in capacity expansion modeling and resource portfolio optimization.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Demonstrated experience with optimization analysis and solvers such as Gurobi.
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Preferred: Experience with Python programming and big data analysis.
Preferred: Knowledge of comparable modeling platforms such as Plexos or Aurora.
skills:
Big data analysis,data analytics,Encompass,Excel proficiency,Python programming,Strong analytical mindset,Strong communication skills,Problem-solving skills,Ability to work independently,collaborative,modeling,portfolio optimization
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
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